The Physical Element:
The electronic learning space integrates a range of technologies such as laptops, IPAD’s, desktop PC’s, smart phones,
cameras, emails, blogs and interactive whiteboards that engages students in ways not previously possible (MCEETYA, 2008). Therefore, creating new learning and teaching possibilities.
Curriculum and Pedagogy:
The nature of the electronic learning space encourages students to actively participate and collaborate with other members to discuss and share ideas and knowledge beyond the boundaries of the school environment (MCEETYA, 2008). The electronic learning space has the potential to enhance learning and at the same time meet the needs and expectations of the most recent generation of students (Brown, 2013). AusVELS cover the expectation of what students are entitled to know across the ICT (Information and Communication Technology) domain (AusVELS, 2013). Although, this form of learning is no longer just a requirement for an ICT class, it is now incorporated into all areas across the curriculum to broaden their knowledge and build on their skills. This in turn, has brought up new pedagogical approaches and learning goals due to how much the classroom and lesson plans can offer
(Brown, 2013). The electronic learning space helps students stay connected locally and globally (MCEETYA, 2008) and helps them become more efficient and effective users which are vital for them in the long term.
Teachers and Students:
To incorporate this form of learning, teachers must carefully plan and integrate new technology into their lessons to
show students how to use this learning space efficiently and professionally. There would be expectations for teachers in the 21st century to be educated with sufficient knowledge and skills to use technology as an instructional learning tool. Computer-based technology used as an interactive resource for information gives students the opportunity to be independent learners and provides teacher-student collaboration. Teachers do need to take into consideration what technologies are offered in the school environment compared to what students have access to outside of school. The electronic learning space allows students and teachers to engage in technology in a meaningful way.
The electronic learning space integrates a range of technologies such as laptops, IPAD’s, desktop PC’s, smart phones,
cameras, emails, blogs and interactive whiteboards that engages students in ways not previously possible (MCEETYA, 2008). Therefore, creating new learning and teaching possibilities.
Curriculum and Pedagogy:
The nature of the electronic learning space encourages students to actively participate and collaborate with other members to discuss and share ideas and knowledge beyond the boundaries of the school environment (MCEETYA, 2008). The electronic learning space has the potential to enhance learning and at the same time meet the needs and expectations of the most recent generation of students (Brown, 2013). AusVELS cover the expectation of what students are entitled to know across the ICT (Information and Communication Technology) domain (AusVELS, 2013). Although, this form of learning is no longer just a requirement for an ICT class, it is now incorporated into all areas across the curriculum to broaden their knowledge and build on their skills. This in turn, has brought up new pedagogical approaches and learning goals due to how much the classroom and lesson plans can offer
(Brown, 2013). The electronic learning space helps students stay connected locally and globally (MCEETYA, 2008) and helps them become more efficient and effective users which are vital for them in the long term.
Teachers and Students:
To incorporate this form of learning, teachers must carefully plan and integrate new technology into their lessons to
show students how to use this learning space efficiently and professionally. There would be expectations for teachers in the 21st century to be educated with sufficient knowledge and skills to use technology as an instructional learning tool. Computer-based technology used as an interactive resource for information gives students the opportunity to be independent learners and provides teacher-student collaboration. Teachers do need to take into consideration what technologies are offered in the school environment compared to what students have access to outside of school. The electronic learning space allows students and teachers to engage in technology in a meaningful way.